Hidden suffering: many elderly ER patients may need palliative care but aren't getting it

NCT ID NCT05883696

First seen May 17, 2026 · Last updated May 17, 2026

Summary

This study aims to find out how many people over 75 who visit the emergency department have needs for palliative care (care that focuses on comfort and quality of life) and whether those needs are written down in their medical records. Researchers will talk to patients and review their records to see if there is a gap. The goal is to improve care and reduce unnecessary hospital visits.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Emergancy Department

    Helsingborg, Skåne County, Sweden

  • Emergency department

    Kristianstad, Sweden

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